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China's commerce minister met EU automakers' industry group chair Kallenius in Beijing

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Posted on April 24, 2026

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· Last updated: April 24, 2026

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BEIJING, April 24 (Reuters) - China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met Ola Kallenius, chair of Mercedes-Benz and the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, in Beijing on Thursday, according

China and EU Auto Chiefs Discuss Trade Cooperation, Eyeing Electric Vehicle Dispute

China-EU Trade Talks on Electric Vehicles and Industrial Cooperation

High-Level Meeting in Beijing

BEIJING, April 24 (Reuters) - China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met Ola Kallenius, chair of Mercedes-Benz and the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, in Beijing on Thursday, according to a Friday readout, for talks on industrial cooperation and trade curbs.

Addressing Trade Tensions

Wang said trade tensions between China and the EU over electric vehicles could be resolved, and that Beijing hoped Mercedes-Benz and the European automotive industry would use their influence within the bloc to help improve commercial ties.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Joe Cash; Editing by Muralikumar Anantharaman)

Key Takeaways

China sees opportunity to resolve EV trade tension with EU and hopes Mercedes‑Benz and European carmakers will use their influence to improve ties (english.mofcom.gov.cn)
The meeting aligns with broader China‑EU efforts to explore price‑commitment alternatives to tariffs on Chinese EVs, signaling increased diplomatic engagement (investing.com)
Amidst the dispute, China and the EU have recently agreed on steps involving minimum import price guidance to defuse the EV import conflict citeturn0news11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who met with China's Commerce Minister in Beijing?

Ola Kallenius, chair of Mercedes-Benz and the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, met with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao in Beijing.

What topics were discussed during the meeting?

The meeting covered industrial cooperation and trade curbs between China and the European Union.

What is the key trade issue between China and the EU?

There are ongoing trade tensions over electric vehicles between China and the EU.

What did China's commerce minister hope to achieve?

Wang Wentao expressed hope that Mercedes-Benz and the EU automotive industry would help improve commercial ties within the European bloc.

When and where did the meeting take place?

The meeting took place in Beijing on Thursday, April 24.

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